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Zongolica, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Zongolica is a small city in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 6,874. Elevation: 3,999 ft (1,219 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

6,874 Population 51/sq mi density
3,999 ft Elevation 1,219 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
58.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Zongolica

Zongolica

Zongolica is a city and its surrounding municipality in the Mexican state of Veracruz. It is located in the state's central Mountains region, about 100 km from the state capital at Xalapa. The municipality covers 63.34 km2 and, in 2020, reported a population of 45,028. It is located at 18°40′N 97°00′W. The name comes from Nahuatl Tzontli-coliuhqui 'crafty hair'.

People

Population6,874
Density51/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain58.2 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation3,999 ft (1,219 m)
Population6,874
Population Density51 / sq mi
Elevation3,999 ft (1,219 m)
Coordinates18.6667°, -96.9971°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation58.2 inches (1,479 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zongolica

Zongolica is a small city in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 6,874. The city sits at an elevation of 3,999 feet (1,219 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 220 business establishments.

Income: Zongolica vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)220

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zongolica experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 347 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 58.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,999 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above Mexico avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,999 ft (1,219 m)
Area134.1 sq mi (347.3 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates18.6667°N, 96.9971°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.2"
53% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.11"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

128 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 56 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 126 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 71 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 113 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 142 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 114 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 109 km
Aug 4, 2021 8 km N of Antón Lizardo, Mexico M4.8 117 km
Nov 6, 2017 5 km E of La Mina, Mexico M4.8 126 km
Nov 15, 1990 21 km N of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.7 91 km
Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 121 km
Mar 20, 2012 11 km NNW of San Miguel Huautla, Mexico M4.6 96 km
Jul 14, 2010 20 km E of Santa María Camotlán, Mexico M4.6 103 km
Feb 12, 2012 5 km WSW of Ayotzintepec, Mexico M4.6 143 km
Jul 24, 2016 26 km NNW of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.5 94 km
Jun 5, 1992 14 km N of Arbolillo, Mexico M4.4 128 km
Feb 15, 2017 11 km NE of Colonia el Renacimiento, Mexico M4.4 114 km
Feb 14, 2012 11 km NNE of Veracruz, Mexico M4.4 117 km
Dec 8, 2000 21 km ESE of Santiago Chazumba, Mexico M4.3 82 km
Aug 29, 2002 Oaxaca, Mexico M4.3 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 3 289 km
2021 Grace Category 3 215 km
2017 Katia Category 2 215 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 154 km
2017 Max Category 1 297 km
2012 Carlotta Category 1 259 km
2010 Karl Category 3 33 km
2007 Dean Category 2 204 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 204 km
2005 Stan Category 1 221 km
2000 Keith Category 1 297 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 287 km
1993 Gert Category 2 287 km
1990 Diana Category 2 248 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 289 km
1988 Debby Category 1 228 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (50 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 50 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 61 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 78 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 84 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 93 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 115 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 122 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 176 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 182 km
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 190 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 65°F (19°C) 1.9 in
March 70°F (21°C) 1.8 in Driest
April 73°F (23°C) 2.3 in
May 75°F (24°C) 4.5 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 12.8 in
July 57°F (14°C) 12.5 in
August 73°F (23°C) 11.3 in
September 73°F (23°C) 13.1 in Wettest
October 70°F (21°C) 6.5 in
November 67°F (20°C) 3.4 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in

Zongolica has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 50°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 74.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.1") and March the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Zongolica

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
COBAEV 49 - Zongolica "Profr. Honorio Contreras Silva"
Esc. Prim. "Ignacio Zaragoza"
Esc. Prim. "Meliton Guzman Iromero"
Jardín de Niños Leona Vicario
Esc. Sec. Tec. Agrop. No. 54
Esc. Prim. "16 de Septiembre"
Secundaria "20 de Noviembre"
TEBAEV
Jardín de Niños Citlaxochitl
Escuela Primaria Particular Constitución de 1917
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Radio Stations near Zongolica

45 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA COMADRE 100.3 (Orizaba) - 100.3 FM - XHPP-FM - Valanci Media Group - Orizaba, Veracruz 100.3 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
W RADIO 104.5 (Córdoba) - 104.5 FM - XHEVC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Córdoba, Veracruz 104.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Radio Vida (Ciudad Obregón) - 100.1 FM - XHCSAE-FM - Radio Vida MX - Ciudad Obregón, SO 100.1, 100.1 fm MP3 128 kbps
Globo 102.1 (Córdoba) - 102.1 FM - XHAG-FM - Radio Comunicaciones de las Altas Montañas - Córdoba, Veracruz 102.1 fm, adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
La Zeta (Navojoa) - 88.9 FM - XHENS-FM - Uniradio - Navojoa, SO 1980's, 1980s MP3 128 kbps
La Bestia Grupera (Nogales) - 103.5 FM - XHRZ-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Nogales, Sonora 103.5 fm, banda MP3 96 kbps
La Consentida San Luis 107.9 banda, banda norteña AAC+ 64 kbps
KE 104.5 (Navojoa) - 104.5 FM - XHKE-FM - Uniradio - Navojoa, SO 104.5, 104.5 fm MP3 128 kbps
La Que Manda (Guaymas) - 90.1 FM - XHGYS-FM - Radiovisa - Guaymas, Sonora 90.1 fm, banda MP3 128 kbps
La Que Manda (Caborca) - 89.9 FM - XHIB-FM - Radiovisa - Caborca, Sonora 89.9 fm, banda MP3 256 kbps
La Mejor Ciudad Obregón - 103.3 FM - XHVJS-FM - Radio Grupo García de León - Ciudad Obregón, SO 103.3, 103.3 fm MP3 96 kbps
La Nuestra (Navojoa) - 1270 AM - XEGL-AM - 642 Media - Navojoa, SO 1270, 1270 am MP3 192 kbps
Radio Lobo MX (Hermosillo) - Online - www.radiolobo.mx - Hermosillo, Sonora estación, grupera MP3 160 kbps
Stereo 100.3 (Hermosillo) - 100.3 FM - XHSD-FM - Hermosillo, Sonora 100.3 fm, baladas en inglés MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 91.3 (Córdoba) - 91.3 FM - XHPT-FM - Radio Comunicaciones de las Altas Montañas - Córdoba, Veracruz 91.3 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
La Bestia Grupera Puerto Peñasco 93.5 FM banda, banda norteña MP3 96 kbps
la invasora 101.9 FM Hermosillo banda, banda norteña MP3 128 kbps
Radio Universidad de Sonora (XHUSH-FM, 107.5 MHz FM, Hermosillo) Universidad de Sonora college radio, culture MP3
La Poderosa 88.9 FM Hermosillo banda, banda norteña MP3 128 kbps
Fuerza Latina San Luis 102.5 FM bachata, cumbia AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Universidad (Hermosillo) - 107.5 FM - XHUSH-FM - Universidad de Sonora - Hermosillo, SO 107.5, 107.5 fm MP3
La Zeta (Hermosillo) - 93.9 FM - XHMV-FM - Uniradio - Hermosillo, Sonora 93.9 fm, clásicos MP3 128 kbps
melyh radio 2000-2021, 2000s MP3
KY (Magdalena de Kino) - 90.7 FM - XHLDC-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Magdalena de Kino, Sonora 90.7 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps
KY (Navojoa) - 95.5 FM - XHNAS-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Navojoa, Sonora 95.5 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps
Radio Ranchito San Luis 107.1 FM/1460 AM banda, grupera AAC+ 64 kbps
Super Puerto Peñasco 93.5 FM adult contemporary, grupo audiorama comunicaciones MP3 96 kbps
La Mejor Nogales - 96.7 FM - XHNGS-FM - MVS Radio - Nogales, SO 96.7, 96.7 fm MP3 128 kbps
Retro FM (Córdoba) - 88.1 FM - XHDZ - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Córdoba, Veracruz 80s, 88.1 fm MP3 64 kbps
102.5 Oreja FM amor, baladas en español MP3
KE (Navojoa) - 104.5 FM - XHKE-FM - Uniradio - Navojoa, Sonora 104.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM Nogales - 102.7 FM - XHQT-FM - MVS Radio - Nogales, SO 102.7, 102.7 fm MP3 128 kbps
Arroba FM 101.1 Hermosillo arroba fm, hermosillo MP3 128 kbps
SUPER (Puerto Peñasco) - 93.5 FM - XHPPO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Puerto Peñasco, SO MP3 96 kbps
LOS40 Agua Prieta - 99.9 FM - XHNNO-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Agua Prieta, SO 99.9, 99.9 fm MP3 64 kbps
Radio Centro San Luis 93.9 FM baladas, baladas en español AAC+ 64 kbps
La Voz del Pitic - 88.1 FM - XHRMO-FM - Democracia y Deliberación Desértica, A.C. - Hermosillo, SO 88.1, 88.1 fm MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM Ciudad Obregón - 99.3 FM - XHOX-FM - Radio Grupo García de León - Ciudad Obregón, SO 99.3, 99.3 fm MP3 96 kbps
Maxima 96.3 FM Hermosillo hermosillo, hits AAC 130 kbps
KY (Nogales) - 90.3 FM - XHXW-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Nogales, Sonora 90.3 fm, entretenimiento MP3 96 kbps
Amor 101 (Guaymas) - 101.3 FM / 630 AM - XHFX-FM / XEFX-AM - Grupo ASVA - Guaymas, SO 101.3, 101.3 fm AAC+ 128 kbps
Activa 89.7 FM Hermosillo activa, hermosillo AAC 131 kbps
La Mejor Hermosillo - 98.5 FM - XHBH-FM - MVS Radio - Hermosillo, SO 98.5, 98.5 fm MP3 128 kbps
Stereo 100.3 (Hermosillo) - 100.3 FM - XHSD-FM - Hermosillo, SO 100.3, 100.3 fm MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 Agua Prieta - 99.9 FM - XHNNO-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Agua Prieta, Sonora 99.9 fm, agua prieta MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Zongolica

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa Consistorial
Casa de Leyendas
MURO Museo Raices Orizaba
Museo de Arte del Estado de Veracruz
Museo de Arte Popular de Veracruz
Museo de Córdoba
Museo de Historia del Futbol
Museo de la Cerveza
Museo de la Hotelería Mexicana
Museo del Café
Museo del Café
Museo Memoria Histórica de Orizaba
Museo Neri Vela
Museo Tatsugoro Bonsái Fortín
Museo Tatsugoro Bonsái Fortín
Polifórum Mier y Pesado
Salón de la Fama

Libraries in Zongolica

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal "Antonio M. Quirasco"0.0
Biblioteca Municipal De Jose Bernardo Couto0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Lic. Rubén Calatayud B.0.0
Fernando Salmerón Roiz0.0
Gral. Mariano Escobedo0.0
Municipal Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Zongolica

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Comerciantes Tepeaca y Fortín
La Garza
Mercado "3 de Agosto"
Mercado "El Encinar"
Mercado "Zapata"
Mercado 21 de Mayo
Mercado Cerritos
Mercado de Artesanias de las Altas Montañas
Mercado de Flores Venustiano Carranza
Mercado El Parián
Mercado Floristas
Mercado La Isla
Mercado Melchor Ocampo
Mercado Morelos
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Ixtaczoquitlán
Mercado Naranjal
Mercado Omealca
Mercado Revolución
Mercado Revolución
Mercado San Sebastian
Mercado Santa Gertrudis
Mercado Tratados de Córdoba
Mercado Yanga
Mercado Zapoapan
Mercado Zongolica
Modesto Escalona
Tianguis "La Llave"
Tianguis "La Vía"
Tianguis "San Martín Texmelucan"
Tianguis El Pueblito
Tianguis La 9
Tianguis Siglo XXI

Hotels in Zongolica

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Alex
Hotel Sierra Madre
Posada Sol y Luna

Restaurants in Zongolica

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Mexicano
La Cazona
Las Viandas
Restaurante Bar Las Cazuelas

Cafes in Zongolica

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Tatiaxca
Chocolatte
El Chalet
Tlatookani Café

Monuments in Zongolica

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Cristo

Bus Stations in Zongolica

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Autobuses de la Sierra

Gas Stations in Zongolica

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex
Servicios Integrales de la Sierra

Banks in Zongolica

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco del Bienestar

Stadiums & Teams in Zongolica

TeamLeagueDivision
Estadio "Rafael Murillo Vidal"
Estadio Beisborama

Airports Near Zongolica

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Felipe Terrones Acosta AirportSmall Airport
Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz AirportSmall Airport
Loma Roja AirportSmall Airport
Patria Vieja AirstripSmall Airport
Tehuacán National AirportTCNSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Zongolica

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia de San Francisco de Asis

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Zongolica

What is the population of Zongolica?

Zongolica has a population of 6,874 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 134.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zongolica?

Zongolica has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.2 inches.

How is the job market in Zongolica?

The job market in Zongolica is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 220 business establishments in the area.

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